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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Edema of Lower Extremities

ICD-10 Coding for Edema of Lower Extremities

R60.0
R60.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for edema of lower extremities includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Leg Swelling
Peripheral Edema
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Edema of Lower Extremities

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Edema of Lower Extremities

Use ICD-10 code R60.0 for localized edema, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Localized edema

Billable Code
R60.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Edema localized to lower extremities with no systemic involvement.

Applicable To

  • • Localized swelling of legs

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location and severity of edema.

Generalized edema

Billable Code
R60.1
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Anasarca

Important Notes

  • • Document systemic involvement clearly.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I50.9

Heart failure, unspecified

Use when edema is due to heart failure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for edema of lower extremities?

The ICD-10 code for localized edema of the lower extremities is R60.0. For generalized edema, use R60.1.

How do you document edema in the lower extremities?

Document edema by specifying location, severity, associated symptoms, and any underlying conditions. Use terms like 'bilateral lower extremity edema' with a severity scale.

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